Accounts Payable Specialist - U.S. Visa Is Required - Inventory and Costing Experience

Position Overview:BMNS is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client's accounting team, with a strong emphasis on inventory-related transactions and cost accuracy. This role is responsible for processing vendor invoices linked to inventory and manufacturing costs, ensuring proper cost allocation, and maintaining the integrity of inventory and accounts payable records within the ERP system.
The ideal candidate brings experience in high-volume environments within manufacturing or distribution, with exposure to inventory costing, freight, landed cost allocation, and purchase-to-pay processes. This position plays a key role in supporting operational efficiency and financial accuracy by ensuring that inventory-related costs are correctly recorded, reconciled, and reported. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the role contributes directly to accurate cost of goods sold (COGS), inventory valuation, and internal controls compliance.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:Process vendor invoices and non-invoices related to inventory, raw materials, freight, and indirect manufacturing costs, ensuring accurate general ledger and inventory coding.Support proper allocation of landed costs, including freight, duties, and additional import-related expenses.Enter and manage invoices in the ERP system (Dynamics 365 F&O), ensuring alignment with inventory receipts and purchase orders.Ensure timely processing of inventory-related invoices within vendor payment terms.Maintain accurate matching between purchase orders, goods receipt, and vendor invoices (3-way matching).Execute weekly vendor payments via check, ACH, draft, or wire transfer.Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies related to inventory receipts, pricing variances, and quantity differences.Support resolution of inventory valuation discrepancies and cost variances.Assist in maintaining accuracy of inventory and AP subledgers through regular reconciliations.Support month-end close activities with focus on inventory accounts and cost recognition.Collaborate with supply chain, procurement, and warehouse teams to resolve discrepancies affecting inventory records.Support audit processes related to inventory valuation, COGS, and AP accuracy.Maintain organized documentation for inventory transactions and vendor records.Identify opportunities to improve inventory costing and AP processes through automation and efficiency improvements.
Requirements:Minimum Requirements:Minimum of 3 years of Accounts Payable experience in manufacturing or distribution environments.Strong understanding of inventory accounting, cost allocation, and general ledger coding.Experience working with high-volume transactional environments.Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.Strong attention to detail and ability to manage cost accuracy.Exposure to inventory costing, COGS, or landed cost processes.Experience supporting month-end close and inventory reconciliation activities.Availability to attend in-person training in the U.S.Advanced English level.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with Dynamics 365 F&O or similar ERP systems.Familiarity with automated invoice workflows.
Key Skills and Competencies:Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with focus on cost accuracy.High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume environments.Strong collaboration skills with supply chain and operations teams.Proactive mindset focused on process improvement and efficiency.Strong communication skills for internal and vendor interaction.Ability to ensure consistency in daily, weekly, and monthly financial operations.
Additional Information:Availability to commute to La Asunción, Belén de Heredia.Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Full-time role; candidate must be flexible with working hours based on operational needs.Occasional extended hours and some Saturdays may be required.Medical Expense Insurance.Solidarist Association.Strategic partnerships with educational institutions to offer courses, certifications, or degree programs at preferential rates.
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